by harpcolumn | Sep 24, 2024 | Appointments
Alix Raspé Gray is the newly appointed Lecturer of Harp at Dartmouth College in Hanover, N.H. “I am so excited to be joining the faculty at Dartmouth College and to get to work with such intelligent, wonderfully talented, determined students,” Raspé Gray says. “I...
by harpcolumn | Sep 24, 2024 | Appointments
The Michigan State University (MSU) College of Music has appointed harpist and educator Juan Riveros to its Strings Area faculty. “I’m most excited about the opportunity to work with fellow harpists in achieving their goals,” Riveros says of his appointment. “As a...
by harpcolumn | Sep 24, 2024 | New Recordings
The flute-viola-harp ensemble Trio Antara released its new album Concert pour Debussy on Sept. 13. The album is now available via the French label Paraty on major streaming platforms and as a CD. According to a press release, the recording is the result of several...
by harpcolumn | Sep 24, 2024 | New Recordings
Harpist Constance Luzzati released her new album Jupiter on Sept. 20 via the French label Paraty. The album is available on major streaming platforms and as a CD. According to a press release, Luzzati’s recording showcases Baroque miniatures, including the music of...
by harpcolumn | Sep 20, 2024 | Job Openings
The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) has announced an opening for principal harp. This position is open to Australian and New Zealand citizens and those with Australian residency status. Interested applicants must provide a current CV outlining their suitability for...
by harpcolumn | Sep 20, 2024 | Job Openings
The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra has announced an opening for principal harp. Qualified applicants must send a resume to the orchestra’s personnel manager, Nicolle Maniaci, via email to nmaniaci@msn.com by Oct. 1. Auditions for this permanent tenured position will be...
by harpcolumn | Sep 20, 2024 | New Recordings
Harpist Doriene Marselje is releasing a new album Interference on the TRPTK X label. The album is available on all major streaming platforms starting Sept. 20. Marselje is launching the album at a release party at 3 p.m. on Sept. 22 in Noordwaards, Amsterdam (The...
by harpcolumn | Sep 19, 2024 | Competitions
Suoni d’Arpa has announced the winners of its 13th International Harp Contest in Italy, held Aug. 27–Sept. 1 in Saluzzo, Italy. Harpists from 25 different countries participated in this year’s contest. Letizia Lazzerini won first prize in the top division. Her prize...
by harpcolumn | Sep 12, 2024 | Event News
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) Fall Concert features Emmanuel Ceysson, principal harp of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and USAIHC’s Associate Artistic Director. The concert will take place at 2 p.m. on Sept. 15 EDT at Auer Hall in the Simon Music...
by harpcolumn | Aug 29, 2024 | Harpists in the News
On Friday, Aug. 30, harpist Brandee Younger will perform on the harp played by jazz harpist Alice Coltrane for the first time since its recent restoration. The performance is free to attend, and will take place Aug. 30 at 7:00 p.m. on the Carhartt Amphitheater Stage,...
by harpcolumn | Aug 26, 2024 | Appointments
The Fort Smith (Ark.) Symphony has appointed Emily Duncan principal harp. Duncan began her position in 2023 and recorded The Music of Louis Wayne Ballard with the Fort Smith Symphony; the album of world premiere recordings was released on NAXOS later that year. “The...
by harpcolumn | Aug 26, 2024 | Competitions
Christophe Guillemot of Brittany won the 15th Camac Celtic Harp Trophy at this year’s Festival Interceltique de Lorient, held on Aug. 17 in Lorient, France. In a statement on its social media channels, Camac says, “Christophe has placed in the top three of this...
by harpcolumn | Aug 26, 2024 | Job Openings
The New Mexico Philharmonic and Music Director Roberto Minczuk have announced an opening for principal harp, starting in the 2024–2025 season. Principal harp auditions will take place Oct. 9 for this tenure-track position. Applicants must send a resume and $75...
by harpcolumn | Aug 26, 2024 | Appointments
The Ohio State University (OSU) has appointed Abigail Bachelor to its faculty, beginning in the fall 2024 semester. “My goal as a music teacher at OSU is to help students become an even better musician,” Bachelor says. “More importantly, I want to help them be able to...
by harpcolumn | Aug 15, 2024 | Competitions, Event News
The Ceren Necipoglu Istanbul International Harp Festival has announced its second edition, to be held January 14–19, 2025, in Beyoglu, the historic district of Istanbul. The festival will feature competitions, masterclasses, workshops, and concerts. The Ceren...
by harpcolumn | Aug 15, 2024 | Competitions
The Rave Harps International Prestige Award has announced the winners of its 2024 competition, held August 8–11 in Singapore. Renee Yadav of Singapore won the Best Performance Award in the Rave Harps Prestige Solo Virtuoso category. Kaitlyn Tan Yu Xin (Singapore)...
by harpcolumn | Aug 15, 2024 | New Recordings
Composer and harpist Pippa Reid-Foster will release her second album, Undercurrents, on Sept. 6. The album is available now for pre-order via Bandcamp in digital, CD, and vinyl formats. After Sept. 6, the singles and album will also be available on major streaming...
by harpcolumn | Aug 15, 2024 | Job Openings
The Boise Philharmonic has announced an opening for principal harp. Applicants must submit an online application form with a one-page resume by Sept. 6, and must also mail an audition deposit postmarked by Sept. 6. Auditions will be held Oct. 5 for this permanent,...
by harpcolumn | Aug 15, 2024 | Job Openings
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra has announced auditions for a full-time, permanent principal harp position. Applicants must submit an unedited video recording of the audition repertoire no later than Sept. 30. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by the end of...
by harpcolumn | Aug 8, 2024 | Appointments
The Civic Orchestra of Chicago has appointed Kari Novilla principal harpist, to begin performing with the orchestra in October. She has also been named a Civic Fellow with the orchestra’s professional development program this season. “I intend to make the most of this...
by harpcolumn | Aug 8, 2024 | Harpists in the News
Harpist and composer Renée Qin has been named to CBC Music’s 30 Hot Classical Musicians under 30, 2024 edition. Released by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), the list is described in a press release as “a celebration of young Canadian talents shaping the...
by harpcolumn | Jul 29, 2024 | New Recordings
Harpist Mary Lattimore and accordion player Walt McClements have released their debut recording as a duo, Rain on the Road, now available via Bandcamp. According to the album notes, “the Los Angeles-based duo became quick friends on overlapping tours, sharing both a...
by harpcolumn | Jul 29, 2024 | New Recordings
Magdalena Hoffmann will release her second album with Deutsche Grammophon, titled Fantasia, on Sept. 6 in digital and CD formats. According to a press release, the album focuses on the music of the Baroque period, showcasing the harp in a selection of fantasias and...
by harpcolumn | Jul 26, 2024 | American Harp Society
The American Harp Society (AHS) has recently announced changes to several upcoming programs and events. The organization said in a press release that the adjustments better align the AHS and World Harp Congress joint event, One Harp World (to be held in Toronto,...
by harpcolumn | Jul 26, 2024 | Job Openings
The School of Music at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, is accepting applications for a part-time, non-tenure-track harp faculty position. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate applied harp, as well as other related subjects based on...
by harpcolumn | Jul 26, 2024 | Job Openings
Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a part-time instructor for the fall 2024 semester to teach private studio harp lessons. All part-time faculty in Trinity University’s Music Department are hired on a per-semester basis, with the possibility of...
by harpcolumn | Jul 17, 2024 | Competitions
The Hampton Roads Harp Festival (HRHF) and Competition is now accepting proposals for its next event on March 1, 2025, at the F. Ludwig Diehn School of Music at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va. The HRHF Competition is divided into two age categories. A...
by harpcolumn | Jul 17, 2024 | Appointments
George Mason University (GMU) has appointed Taylor Ann Fleshman to its faculty beginning in the fall of 2024. “I’m really excited to grow and mentor the harp department at GMU!” she says. “Each student brings something unique to their musical journey. By...
by harpcolumn | Jul 17, 2024 | Competitions
The music school Glasbena Matica is organizing the first edition of the International Harp Competition “Adriatic.” According to its website, the aim of the contest is to promote musical culture and bring music and music studies closer to young people. The competition...
by harpcolumn | Jul 17, 2024 | Appointments
The Minnesota Orchestra has appointed Cheryl Losey Feder principal harpist. Feder begins performing in her new role in the 2024–2025 season. “It is a tremendous honor to be joining the Minnesota Orchestra, an ensemble with an outstanding musical legacy and a lineage...
by harpcolumn | Jul 10, 2024 | Event News
From 1929 to 2001, harpists came from around the world to study at the Salzedo Harp Colony at the end of Marine Avenue in Camden, Maine. Harpists will gather again on July 12–14 to perform two free concerts open to the public as part of the Camden Harp Celebration, a...
by harpcolumn | Jul 10, 2024 | Appointments
King Charles III has appointed Welsh harpist Mared Pugh-Evans the King’s Harpist. Pugh-Evans becomes the seventh official harpist to His Majesty since he re-established the role in 2000 as Prince of Wales to foster Welsh talent on the harp, the national instrument of...
by harpcolumn | Jul 8, 2024 | Job Openings
The San Francisco Opera Orchestra has announced an opening for principal harp. Applications are due online by Aug. 9. Auditions will be held October 2–6. Please see the audition listing for further details. Led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim, the San Francisco Opera...
by harpcolumn | Jul 6, 2024 | Appointments
The Omaha Symphony has appointed Janna Young principal harpist, following three rounds of auditions held April 14–16 in Omaha. Young begins performing in her new role with the orchestra in September 2024. “I’m so excited to be joining the Omaha Symphony!” Young says....
by harpcolumn | Jul 6, 2024 | Competitions
The Concours Français de la Harpe has announced required repertoire for its 14th edition, to be held Feb. 28–March 2, 2025, in Limoges, France. The annual competition’s 12 repertoire divisions are open to harpists of all nationalities, with no age limit. Harpists can...
by harpcolumn | Jul 6, 2024 | International Harp Contest in Israel
The International Harp Contest in Israel has announced the new dates of its 22nd competition, which will now take place Dec. 1–11, 2025. Applications will open on June 1, 2025, and are due no later than Aug. 1, 2025. The competition was originally scheduled to take...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | New Recordings
Irish harper, composer, and educator Holly Geraghty is set to release her debut solo harp album, Musical Musings from Mayo, on June 27. The album will be available for purchase on Geraghty’s website and on major streaming platforms. According to a press release, the...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | Appointments
Noelia Cotuna has won the audition for the principal harp position at the Orquestra de la Comunitat Valenciana (OCV), which performs at the Palau de les Arts in Valencia, Spain. “I am so excited to join the Orquestra de la Comunitat Valenciana and to start my trial...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | Appointments
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra has appointed Claire Thai principal harpist, following auditions held June 9–12. Thai begins performing with the orchestra this fall. “I am thrilled to join such a wonderful ensemble—throughout my audition and trial process,...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | Appointments
The Cape Symphony Orchestra has appointed Violetta Norrie principal harpist, following auditions held June 11. Norrie will begin performing with the orchestra in the 2024–2025 season. The Cape Symphony Orchestra is based in West Barnstable and Falmouth, Mass. “I am so...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | New Recordings
San Diego-based harpist and composer Tasha Smith Godinez has released her sixth studio album, A New Day, on World Music Day, June 21. The new album is available through Ennanga Records & Publishing, which she founded. According to a press release, Smith Godinez...
by harpcolumn | Jun 26, 2024 | Job Openings
Michigan State University is accepting applications for a part-time harp faculty position. Review of applications begins June 28. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and three recommendation...
by harpcolumn | Jun 21, 2024 | Competitions
The 1st International Harp and Harp Composition Competition “Ángel Padilla Crespo” has announced the winners of its inaugural contest. Hosted by the “Opera Zero” Cultural Association of Bari (Italy), the online competition is open to musicians of all nationalities....
by harpcolumn | Jun 11, 2024 | Harpists in the News
A harp emoji is one of seven new characters expected to be available for use in late 2024 or early 2025. Unicode Consortium recently added the new harp emoji to the beta version of its Unicode 16.0 emoji catalog. When the beta review period concludes July 2, the...
by harpcolumn | Jun 7, 2024 | USA International Harp Competition
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) has announced the dates of its upcoming 13th Competition as May 14–24, 2025. The competition will take place at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in Bloomington, Ind., and is open to harpists of all...
by harpcolumn | Jun 4, 2024 | In Memoriam
Robert “John” Gill passed away at home on May 26, 2024, with his loving wife of 38 years, Mary Radspinner, at his side. John fought a courageous battle with small-cell carcinoma for two years. John was best-known in the harp world for Melody’s Traditional Music retail...
by harpcolumn | Jun 3, 2024 | Harpists in the News
Harpist Cindy Horstman has created a video for World Otter Day using music she composed to represent the playfulness of otters. According to a press release, after hearing a performance by Duo Da Capo of her piece Life Aquatic for flute and harp, Cindy Horstman heard...
by harpcolumn | Jun 3, 2024 | Appointments
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) has appointed Alyssa Katahara principal harpist, following three rounds of auditions held Oct. 9–11, 2023. Katahara will begin performing with the DSO this fall. “Throughout my trial everyone in the Detroit Symphony Orchestra was...
by harpcolumn | May 31, 2024 | Appointments
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra has appointed Emily Melendes principal harpist, following international auditions held March 16. Melendes will begin performing with the orchestra in September. “I’m thrilled to be joining the Calgary Philharmonic this fall,”...
by harpcolumn | May 28, 2024 | Harpists in the News
Atlanta-based harpist Angelica Hairston is featured in a new American Family Insurance commercial. We asked Hairston to share more about her experience. How did this commercial come about? The commercial came about through an open national call from [American Family...
by harpcolumn | May 24, 2024 | Appointments
The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic has appointed Julia Johnson principal harpist, following auditions held Nov. 15, 2023. “I am so excited to start working with the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic,” Johnson says. “I feel grateful and humbled to get to develop my...
by harpcolumn | May 24, 2024 | Appointments
The Szczecin (Poland) Philharmonic has appointed Juliusz Wesołowski principal harpist, following auditions held Feb. 28. Wesołowski will begin his new role in September. “I had my debut concert [May 17], performing [Manuel] de Falla’s El Sombrero de Tres Picos, as...
by harpcolumn | May 24, 2024 | Appointments
The New Bedford (Mass.) Symphony Orchestra (NBSO) has appointed Maria Rindenello Spraker principal harpist, following auditions held Jan. 18. “I’m honored to be joining the fantastic musicians of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra!” Rindenello Spraker says. “I love...
by harpcolumn | May 23, 2024 | Competitions
The American Harp Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 Anne Adams Awards and Marcel Grandjany Memorial Competition. Both competitions took place virtually in early April. The 2024 Anne Adams Awards winner is Chaela Franck, a student of Gretchen Van Hoesen...
by harpcolumn | May 23, 2024 | Appointments
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) has appointed Louisic Dulbecco principal harpist, following auditions held Sept. 25–26, 2023. Dulbecco’s one-year trial for this permanent, full-time position will begin in July. “I am very excited to start on this new adventure in...
by harpcolumn | May 23, 2024 | Appointments
The New York City Ballet (NYCB) has appointed Caroline Bembia principal harpist, following auditions held March 25–27. Bembia will begin performing with the orchestra in the fall. “I have been a huge fan of the New York City Ballet ever since I was a young Juilliard...
by harpcolumn | May 16, 2024 | USA International Harp Competition
The USA International Harp Competition is now accepting applications for its 13th edition, which will take place in Bloomington, Indiana, in the spring of 2025. Applications are due January 15, 2025. The competition is open to harpists of all nationalities between 18...
by harpcolumn | May 15, 2024 | Competitions
The United Kingdom Harp Competition has announced the winners of its 2024 contest. Hebe Kan won first prize; Kan is a student of Skaila Kanga at Trinity College, Cambridge. Stien De Neef (Royal Birmingham Conservatoire) won second prize, and Katie Lo (Royal Academy of...
by harpcolumn | May 15, 2024 | International Harp Contest in Israel
The International Harp Contest in Israel is postponing its 22nd competition, originally scheduled for September of 2024. The competition will now take place Dec. 1–11, 2025. In an announcement on its website and social media channels, the organization says,...
by harpcolumn | May 8, 2024 | New Recordings
Alis Huws, official Royal Harpist to HRH King Charles, has signed as an exclusive recording artist with Decca Classics. Her debut EP will be released later this year. Huws released a single from the album on May 3, her arrangement of the Welsh folksong “Tra Bo Dau”...
by harpcolumn | May 6, 2024 | Appointments
The Oregon Symphony in Portland, Ore., has appointed Matthew Tutsky as its new principal harpist, following auditions held Jan. 8–10. Tutsky says of his appointment, “I am so honored to be joining the incredible musicians of the Oregon Symphony as their principal...
by harpcolumn | May 2, 2024 | Competitions
The fourth Glowing Harp Competition, held April 1–30, awarded the first prize in its top division to Ligia Nowak of Poland. Eugenia Alfier (Italy) and Iva Dimitrijević (Serbia) tied for second prize. Lauren Swain (USA) won third prize. This year, 69 harpists from 19...
by harpcolumn | May 2, 2024 | USA International Harp Competition
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) has appointed Francine (Fran) Marseille as its new executive director. Marseille was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and was raised in California. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from California...
by harpcolumn | May 1, 2024 | Competitions
The Korea International Harp Competition (KIHC) has announced the winners of this year’s contest, which took place April 24–28, 2024, in Seoul, South Korea. Renee Yadav of Singapore won first prize in the young professional division. Eve Lung (China) won first prize...
by harpcolumn | May 1, 2024 | Appointments
Cristina Montes Mateo is the new principal harpist of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra (HBO). She was appointed by the HBO’s principal conductor Thomas Wilkins after three screened rounds of auditions on March 18 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. “As a new...
by harpcolumn | Apr 24, 2024 | Event News
The Midwest Harp Festival in Wheaton, Ill., has announced the presenters for its 25th annual event. The festival will take place June 9–15; the registration deadline is May 1. Registered attendees have the opportunity to participate in ensemble rehearsals and the...
by harpcolumn | Apr 23, 2024 | Event News
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) Spring Concert features the Aletheia Duo, consisting of Ann Yeung, harp, and Jonathan Keeble, flute. The concert will take place May 5 at 5 p.m. EDT at the Indiana University Collections at McCalla in Bloomington, Ind....
by harpcolumn | Apr 22, 2024 | Job Openings
The Rogue Valley Symphony has announced an opening for principal harp for the 2024–2025 season. Applications are due via Acceptd by May 15. The auditions will be held June 12 in Ashland, Ore., for this core orchestra position. See the audition listing for more...
by harpcolumn | Apr 22, 2024 | Job Openings
The Dewberry School of Music at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., has announced an opening for Adjunct Applied Harp Professor to teach individualized lessons, starting August 2024. The application deadline for full consideration is April 25, but the position...
by harpcolumn | Apr 20, 2024 | DHF World Harp Competition
The World Harp Competition at the 2024 Dutch Harp Festival (DHF) awarded Breton harpist and singer-songwriter Kevin Le Pennec first prize, as well as the audience prize, at the contest’s final round on April 20. According to a press release, Le Pennec performed...
by harpcolumn | Apr 19, 2024 | DHF World Harp Competition
The jury of the Dutch Harp Festival’s World Harp Competition has announced the three finalists: Kevin Le Pennec (France), Ariel Sol (United States), and Amy Nam (United States). The final round will take place this Saturday, April 20, during the 2024 Dutch Harp...
by harpcolumn | Apr 18, 2024 | Job Openings
Symphony Tacoma has announced an opening for principal harp. Applicants must email a one-page resume in PDF format to scline@symphonytacoma.org by May 2. Auditions will be held May 18. View the audition listing for further details. Symphony Tacoma is a per-service...
by harpcolumn | Apr 18, 2024 | Job Openings
The Cape Symphony, based in West Barnstable and Falmouth, Mass., has announced an opening for principal harp. Applicants must send a one-page resume by email to weshopper@capesymphony.org by May 31. The auditions will be held June 11 at the Cape Symphony Falmouth...
by harpcolumn | Apr 9, 2024 | American Harp Society
The 45th American Harp Society (AHS) National Conference will take place June 16–19 at Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld in Orlando, Florida. Hosted by the Central Florida Chapter of the AHS, the conference centers on the theme “That’s Entertainment!” inspired by...
by harpcolumn | Apr 2, 2024 | American Harp Society National Competition
The 26th American Harp Society (AHS) National Competition will be held May 28–June 1, 2025, at the Colburn School in Los Angeles, California. The competition is open to harpists up to the age of 30 as of June 1, 2025. The online application form link and competition...
by harpcolumn | Mar 28, 2024 | Appointments
The National Ballet of Canada Orchestra has appointed Clara Wang principal harpist, following auditions held Oct. 15, 2023. Wang has begun her two-year tenure review procedure with the orchestra. Wang says of her appointment, “I’m beyond excited to be joining the...
by harpcolumn | Mar 25, 2024 | Job Openings
The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) has announced an opening for principal harp. Auditions will be held June 24–25. Applications are due April 21 and selected candidates will be notified of an invitation to audition by May 3. For more information, view the...
by harpcolumn | Mar 25, 2024 | Job Openings
The Mid-Texas Symphony has announced an opening for principal harp. Auditions will be held May 5. Applicants must submit a resume by email and a refundable audition deposit by mail by April 10. Candidates will be provided with the repertoire list and excerpts when an...
by harpcolumn | Mar 21, 2024 | Job Openings
The NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra in Hamburg has announced an upcoming audition for its next harp academy position, set to take place May 25. The position is for the 2024–2025 season, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Applications are due April 2. The...
by harpcolumn | Mar 21, 2024 | Competitions
The Hampton Roads Harp Competition has announced the winners of the 2024 contest. Following a preliminary video round, the final round of the competition took place March 16 in conjunction with the Hampton Roads Harp Festival (HRHF) at Old Dominion University in...
by harpcolumn | Mar 15, 2024 | Harpists in the News
Harpist Brandee Younger is the recipient of a 2024 National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Image Award in the category of “Outstanding Jazz Album” for Brand New Life. Younger says she is honored to win the award. “I’m so grateful, and it’s...
by harpcolumn | Mar 15, 2024 | Job Openings
The Lima (Ohio) Symphony Orchestra has announced an opening for principal harp. Auditions will be held April 7. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter by email. For further information and a list of required repertoire, see the audition listing.
by harpcolumn | Mar 14, 2024 | New Recordings
Irish harpist, concertina player, and composer Aisling Lyons releases her new single “Sunbeam” on March 15th. According to a press release, this “heartfelt and original contemporary harp composition… is a poignant tribute to her late friend Sarah and showcases...
by harpcolumn | Mar 10, 2024 | Lyon & Healy Awards
On March 8, Renee Murphy (USA), Annette Lee (USA), and Mari Kelly (U.K.) were chosen as the three winners in the 2024 Lyon & Healy Awards in Chicago, judged by Marcela Mendez, Doug Rioth, and Ann Yeung. Each winner received $2,000 to further their education and a...
by harpcolumn | Mar 8, 2024 | In Memoriam
The Ontario Chapter of the American Harp Society announced the passing of Canadian harpist Marie Emma Lorcini on its social media outlets, sharing the following tribute posted by one of her children: “Marie Emma Lorcini (née Iösch), of Greensville, Ontario, passed...
by harpcolumn | Mar 8, 2024 | Job Openings
The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra has announced an opening for its principal harp position, beginning in the 2024–2025 season. Applicants must submit a one-page resume by April 22. National auditions will be held May 7. For more information, view the audition...
by harpcolumn | Mar 8, 2024 | Job Openings
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra has announced principal harp auditions, set to take place in Tel Aviv, Israel, in two stages. The first stage will be held behind a screen on July 2. The second stage will take place without a screen on July 4. Candidates who advance...
by harpcolumn | Mar 8, 2024 | Event News
Austrian harpist Elisabeth Plank is the guest artist at Lyon & Healy’s 2024 Chicago Harp Day, set to take place on April 6 at Lyon & Healy Hall. Plank will present a performance, followed by a workshop on creating an efficient warmup. Attendees will also have...
by harpcolumn | Mar 8, 2024 | Event News
The Harp Department at Eastman School of Music is hosting a three-day residency with French harpist Catherine Michel and Canadian harpist Andrew Chan on March 28–30. This year’s event is the first harp-only residency to be held at Eastman. All events are free, and the...
by harpcolumn | Feb 29, 2024 | Competitions
The 13th edition of the Concours Français de la Harpe took place Feb. 23–25, 2024, in Limoges, France. The international competition included 12 repertoire divisions. This year, Evelien Vaneysendeyk (Belgium) and Maria Bubnova (Russia) tied as the winners of the top...
by harpcolumn | Feb 29, 2024 | News
After three decades as principal harpist of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Julia Rovinsky is stepping down from her position. Rovinsky shared the news in a social media message, thanking the orchestra’s Music Director Emeritus, Zubin Mehta, for his mentorship and...
by harpcolumn | Feb 29, 2024 | In Memoriam
The American Harp Society (AHS) announced the passing of Bernard Marcel Grandjany on its website and social media outlets, sharing the following tribute written by Rita Costanzi, Frances Duffy, and the AHS: “Bernard Marcel Grandjany, son of the esteemed French harpist...
by harpcolumn | Feb 20, 2024 | Competitions
The “Opera Zero” Cultural Association of Bari (Italy) will organize the 1st International Harp and Harp Composition Competition “Ángel Padilla Crespo” this spring. The online competition is open to musicians of all nationalities and is divided into four solo...
by harpcolumn | Feb 20, 2024 | Job Openings
Fort Bend Independent School District (ISD), located in the suburbs of Houston, has announced a job opening for a full-time harp specialist to work with students grades 6 to 12. Responsibilities include coaching harp sectionals during orchestra class, leading harp...
by harpcolumn | Feb 20, 2024 | Job Openings
The Houston Grand Opera has announced principal harp auditions, to be held April 3–4 in Houston. Applicants must register and submit a resume by March 3. Selected applicants will be notified of an invitation to audition by March 10. The winner of this audition would...
by harpcolumn | Feb 7, 2024 | Job Openings, USA International Harp Competition
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) is searching for an executive director. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $47,000–$57,000 and includes a health care supplement. The executive director leads the management, planning, and fundraising...
by harpcolumn | Feb 5, 2024 | New Recordings
Czech harpist Kateřina Englichová released her new album As Time Goes By on the Arco Diva label on Jan. 26. The album is available from Multiland.cz and directly from Englichová at katerina@englichova.cz. In addition, As Time Goes By will soon be available on Spotify....
by harpcolumn | Feb 2, 2024 | Job Openings
The Omaha Symphony has announced an opening for principal harp, with three rounds of auditions to be held April 14–16 in Omaha. Applicants must submit a one-page resume and $50 deposit by Feb. 26. Selected applicants will be notified of an invitation to audition by...
by harpcolumn | Feb 2, 2024 | Job Openings
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) has announced an opening for principal harp, with auditions to be held June 9–12. Applicants must complete the online application by April 20. In addition, applicants must submit a $100 deposit check, to be postmarked by April...
by harpcolumn | Feb 2, 2024 | In Memoriam
Following a brief illness, harpist and teacher Jude Mollenhauer passed away on Jan. 19 at her home in Vienna, Virginia. Harpist Jeanne Norton describes Jude as a “good person who truly dedicated her life to the harp. She was with the [Columbus Symphony Orchestra] as...
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